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Frequently Asked Questions

Forum References FAQ's Quiz Lecture Introduction Q: Incidental teaching is appropriate for what ages?
A: Incidental teaching was developed in preschool classrooms and has been most often applied in early childhood settings. However, the basic concept of structuring learning objectives around everyday activities can be modified and applied to learners at any age

Q: Who can implement incidental teaching?
A: Anyone. It does not require intensive training, although having a background in education helps.

Q: Can I adapt incidental teaching to take place in a discrete trial format?
A: Only if you follow the prescribed steps and teaching takes place in a natural setting. Incidental teaching should not be done sitting face-to-face at a table unless that is the typical setting for the activity (e.g., snack time).